Bill Hopkins Leads Discussion on Artificial Intelligence Ethics at Health Care Law Conference

Spencer Fane attorney Bill Hopkins recently presented at the 25th annual Emerging Issues in Healthcare Law Conference (EMI), an event hosted by the American Bar Association Health Law Section from April 3-6 in New Orleans. The firm also acted as a sponsor for the conference.

During his session, titled “AI and Legal Ethics: Considerations for Health Care Attorneys,” Bill Hopkins and Jason Lacey from IMA Financial Group discussed the emerging legal ethics issues that health care attorneys face with the increasing use of artificial intelligence. They delved into the use of generative artificial intelligence in legal tasks and document preparation, as well as the evolving rules and guidelines that may restrict such use. Specific ethics concepts like technology competence, maintaining confidentiality and privilege, and discharging supervisory obligations were also addressed.

The EMI conference covered various timely topics, including DOJ enforcement, emerging therapies and alternative substances in health care, the Physician Self-Referral Law, the mental health crisis, and private equity. Attendees had the chance to network, explore New Orleans, and attend a scholarship and awards reception.

At Spencer Fane, Bill serves as the Office Managing Partner for the Austin office and is a member of the Spencer Fane DEI Committee. Through his work as an attorney, Bill assists health care providers and companies in navigating the complex industry, serving as both an advocate and educator in administrative law, regulatory defense, transactional work, compliance, and litigation.